Sermons From Grace Cathedral

What does it really mean to have faith? In this Easter season sermon from Grace Cathedral, Malcolm Clemens Young explores the story of Thomas—often called "Doubting Thomas"—to discover that faith is not about passing a test of certainty. Instead, it is about becoming the kind of person who is open to trust, loyalty, and relationship with God. Looking closely at the Greek text of John's Gospel, this sermon challenges the false choice between "literal" and "metaphorical" readings of the Bible, and reframes belief as something lived over time rather than proven in a moment. In a world marked by isolation, skepticism, and declining community, this message invites us to receive something deeper: the breath of the Holy Spirit, the gift of peace, and the possibility of new life. "Do not become faithless, but faithful." Topics include: · Doubt vs. faith: what's the difference? · Why belief is more than intellectual agreement · The meaning of "the eighth day" in Christian life · Loneliness, community, and modern